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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

Let's talk coffee. We have a Jura bean to cup machine and while it was ridiculously expensive it has paid for itself in caffeine-based happiness.

What are your favourite coffees?

Blends or single origin?

Are you a coffee snob?

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

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By *educing_EmCouple
over a year ago

Tipperary

Waiting patiently for joebeans to appear

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

"Waiting patiently for joebeans to appear

I think that’s quite common among the forum’s ladies. Joe’s hot stuff.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

My favourite is Yirgacheffe.

We're thinking of investing in a bean to cup towards the end of the year.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Simple soul that I am I really do like a Cafe Nero Amerikaner.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk."

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

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By *izzy.Woman
over a year ago

Stoke area

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

Tell me more about the milf frother. This sounds interesting

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

"What are your favourite coffees?"

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

"Blends or single origin? "

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

"Are you a coffee snob? "

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

"Do you add stuff or are you a purist? "

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

Tell me more about the milf frother. This sounds interesting

I've no idea. Sounds fun though

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thank you for this thread Julie

I use something called a clever dripper for my coffee making needs and love Central American coffees from El Salvador, Honduras etc. At the minute I have a natural processed coffee from Burundi which I'm enjoying a lot

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What are your favourite coffees?

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

Blends or single origin?

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

Are you a coffee snob?

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

I think my eyes are bleeding

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"What are your favourite coffees?

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

Blends or single origin?

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

Are you a coffee snob?

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

I love a PSL. Or a caramel machiatto with all the cream. But I also like just an espresso sometimes. Not espresso martinis anymore though. They're delicious but make me vomit.

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

"What are your favourite coffees?

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

Blends or single origin?

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

Are you a coffee snob?

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

I think my eyes are bleeding

Whoah. Let's make this a non- shaming Beans safe space yeah?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What are your favourite coffees?

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

Blends or single origin?

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

Are you a coffee snob?

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

I think my eyes are bleeding

Whoah. Let's make this a non- shaming Beans safe space yeah? "

You're right, I'm sorry Meli. I thought you were teasing me but you're clearly very passionate about PSLs and as long as you enjoy it, that's all that matters. Between you and Me, I do enjoy a flavoured latte once in the while too

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

Tell me more about the milf frother. This sounds interesting

Hi!

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By *bi HaiveMan
Forum Mod
over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

I do love a proper coffee but given the quantity I consume instant is fine with me.

I gave up buying expensive machines as was a ball ache waking up to realise I was out of beans, grounds or pods so these days unless I'm out it's just plain old Aldi instant for me.

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

"What are your favourite coffees?

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Or Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino.

Blends or single origin?

Whatever they use. I think it might be single origin.

Are you a coffee snob?

Clearly. Hence why I love PSLs so much.

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Obviously a purist. Why mess with the perfection that's a pumpkin spice latte?

I think my eyes are bleeding

Whoah. Let's make this a non- shaming Beans safe space yeah?

Conflicted now. One, because I'm rejoicing in the confession that you enjoy a flavoured latte occasionally. Two, my whole post was gently teasing you and now I feel bad because you're so genuinely lovely.

I do love PSLs. Love a double espresso with brown sugar so it cara_elises perfectly. I was a coffee snob, now I can't really drink it. At one point when I was site based I'd have six espressos a day. And two vanilla lattes.

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

"I do love a proper coffee but given the quantity I consume instant is fine with me.

I gave up buying expensive machines as was a ball ache waking up to realise I was out of beans, grounds or pods so these days unless I'm out it's just plain old Aldi instant for me.

This is me too. Except Kenco red.

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

I was going to say Heinz.

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

"You're right, I'm sorry Meli. I thought you were teasing me but you're clearly very passionate about PSLs and as long as you enjoy it, that's all that matters. Between you and Me, I do enjoy a flavoured latte once in the while too

You’re a kinder soul than I am, Joe.

I was going to rail against Meli’s love of sticky, sweet drinks that are more milk and flavouring than anything else and specifically designed to appeal to people who don’t actually like coffee … but you’ve shown me how to be a better man.

You go Meli. Enjoy the things you enjoy without shame. I’m behind you after all. (I just don’t want one myself.)

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"I do love a proper coffee but given the quantity I consume instant is fine with me.

I gave up buying expensive machines as was a ball ache waking up to realise I was out of beans, grounds or pods so these days unless I'm out it's just plain old Aldi instant for me.

Yeah, coffee machines can be so needy they make printers seem low maintenance.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"I was going to say Heinz. "

Also green beans and butter beans. Not kidney beans though

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

"I do love a proper coffee but given the quantity I consume instant is fine with me.

I gave up buying expensive machines as was a ball ache waking up to realise I was out of beans, grounds or pods so these days unless I'm out it's just plain old Aldi instant for me.

Yeah, coffee machines can be so needy they make printers seem low maintenance.

Snort laughed my coffee through my nose at that

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales

Instant at home, usually Starbucks or McDonald's as I'm out a lot.

Nothing wrong with a PSL either.

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By *ickshawedCouple
over a year ago

Wolverhampton

I've never liked coffee, but if I want the flavour in a cake I use a bottle of Camp Coffee. Classy stuff

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

Tell me more about the milf frother. This sounds interesting

I've no idea. Sounds fun though

Maybe love honey, product design department need an email

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I have a roast and post subscription, I enjoy the variety I get.

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

My favourite is kahlúa.

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden

I love my coffee. I baulk at my monthly credit card statement at the eye-watering amount I spend on coffee — Flat White or a spartan Filter Coffee/Americano.

And yet I don't have a 'proper' coffee machine at home. I know I should but I just feel that a cup of coffee expertly made with care, at home, by me, definitely isn't going to taste the same unless it's made by someone else (at Caffé Nero™).

Therefore I make do with my trusted French Press (Cafetière). I'm happy with single origin or a blend — as long as it tastes exceptionally exquisite.

As for PSL - Pumpkin Spiced Latte and anything else of similar revolting ilk: you could throw at my genteel feet the most beautiful lubricious siren but I won't make love to her if she drinks that muck.

Reach out to Inaswingdress - she's one of the few people I trust when it comes to coffee advice.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Heinz

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By *ris GrayMan
over a year ago

Dorchester

"Let's talk coffee. We have a Jura bean to cup machine and while it was ridiculously expensive it has paid for itself in caffeine-based happiness.

What are your favourite coffees?

Blends or single origin?

Are you a coffee snob?

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

J"
Costa mocha for me thats it

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

"My favourite is kahlúa. "

Try Flor de Caña’s rum/coffee liqueur. It knocks Kahlua into a cocked hat.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Heinz "

Agreed. Never kidney beans. Bleurgh.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

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By *aitonelMan
over a year ago

Liverpool

Toe beans

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

You see me as a siren? That's all I read there. Thank you Nerolatte, that's so lovely!

I guess I do lure men to their doom with my voice.

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"I do love a proper coffee but given the quantity I consume instant is fine with me.

I gave up buying expensive machines as was a ball ache waking up to realise I was out of beans, grounds or pods so these days unless I'm out it's just plain old Aldi instant for me.

Yeah, coffee machines can be so needy they make printers seem low maintenance.

Don't get me started on printers....

I've gone through over a dozen in the last ten years. And finding decent third party ink is more trouble than finding decent coffee beans any day of the week.....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Conflicted now. One, because I'm rejoicing in the confession that you enjoy a flavoured latte occasionally. Two, my whole post was gently teasing you and now I feel bad because you're so genuinely lovely.

It's my secret guilty pleasure

but as long as you know what you like, that's all that matters. I'm in a fun rabbit hole at the minute and always trying to figure out the best way to get the best taste out of my coffee but sometimes, it's nice to just enjoy it without wondering how it could be better

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You’re a kinder soul than I am, Joe.

You go Meli. Enjoy the things you enjoy without shame. I’m behind you after all. (I just don’t want one myself.)"

Live and let live RTG! Also, a taste for bad coffee can make you really appreciate your own

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee. "

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have a roast and post subscription, I enjoy the variety I get. "

I've always been worried about being beholden to one coffee company as I get bored easily and want to try different one haha. What's the best one you've had from yours?

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

Julie made a strong start to thread with her talk of a Jura machine at home. If you’re going to go for a bean to cup machine, the Jura is a strong choice! Proper stuff.

I’m a lot like Brother Nero in that I know I can’t hope for the espresso of my dreams at home. Not unless I’m prepared to spend the price of a decent car on a coffee machine. (I’ve considered it, I’ll admit.) So at home I stick to filter. I’ve got a good grinder from a posh Scandinavian company and a nice ceramic pour over.

But beans … well that’s where variety comes in. I like to mix it up from bag to bag. So long as it’s dark roast with a hint of ash to the flavour, I’m happy. And I’ll drink it black as night with a drop of honey, thanks.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

Tried those, can you guess what I'm gonna say....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

I always take my aeropress into the office when not working from home. It sure as hell beats the Nescafé sachets

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

Tried those, can you guess what I'm gonna say...."

You have poor taste?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

Tried those, can you guess what I'm gonna say....

You have poor taste?

I have non pretentious taste.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

Does Mr B do the hand grinding...

while you're frothing?

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By *nightsoftheCoffeeTableCouple
over a year ago

Leeds

At home I like to stay humble and drink a good old council kenco coffee. I save the posh ones for out and about. Too much of a good thing and all that.

The mr

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By *adbod2godbodMan
over a year ago

Manchester

Coffee like beer can get a bit up its own arse.

I see people spending £20+ for 90g of coffee. I'm sure it's excellent. But get a fucking grip.

Personally I like a Brazilian or Ethiopian coffee in general.

My go to daily is losbergs Brazilian.

If I feel a little flush I might splash out £8-9 for a coffee from a local roaster in the local "hippy/artisan" shop.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

Does Mr B do the hand grinding...

while you're frothing? "

This thread was so wholesome. On the naughty step please

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I thought this would be about the baked variety and was going to say Branston.

I drink freeze dried instant coffee from Colombia (fair trade and organic!)....... *Scoots off quickly before the purists lynch her

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

Tried those, can you guess what I'm gonna say....

You have poor taste?

I have non pretentious taste.

Yeah, I can't argue with that. That's a fair point

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

Does Mr B do the hand grinding...

while you're frothing? "

I do and it's so easy! Pretty much over in 20 seconds

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

Human

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

A hand grinder and aeropress is our camping luxury

Does Mr B do the hand grinding...

while you're frothing?

This thread was so wholesome. On the naughty step please

I'll take a seat on the step with my Amerikaner and chocolate muffin..

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I have a roast and post subscription, I enjoy the variety I get.

I've always been worried about being beholden to one coffee company as I get bored easily and want to try different one haha. What's the best one you've had from yours?"

I've been on it for years so it's hard to say. It's Has Bean In My Mug - a lot of safe options but also some sensational unusual coffees. If I had to narrow it down to countries, I'd say I look forward to Kenya and Bolivia the most. Any roaster definitely has a style, but for a subscription like this, you get a good variety within that style.

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By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
over a year ago

Stockport

Any takers for Camp coffee & chicory syrup, sticky bottle circa 1957? Mmmm, all that delicious nothing-like-coffee flavour

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

They've become prohibitively expensive since I bought mine

- but have you seen the Espro press? Microfilter cafetiere

I've been down the rabbit hole of coffee and have settled on the Aeropress for how I make my coffee 99% of the time - a good balance between the body of a cafetiere and the delicateness you can find in a pour over

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Any takers for Camp coffee & chicory syrup, sticky bottle circa 1957? Mmmm, all that delicious nothing-like-coffee flavour

Filth!

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"I thought this would be about the baked variety "

It was actually to make JB panic into thinking it was an appreciation thread sucking up to him

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden

"Cafeteria coffee sucks ass. I've tried a lot, all suck ass.

Gingerbread latte for the win!

Also just normal strong instant coffee.

A big reason cafetiere coffee sucks is because you still get that sediment at the bottom causing more bitterness. A good grinder and pour over/aeropress can really make a difference

Tried those, can you guess what I'm gonna say....

You have poor taste?

I have non pretentious taste.

Yeah, I can't argue with that. That's a fair point

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In fairness though our statuesque Northern soul did say "Cafeteria coffee sucks ass". I interpreted that as her workplace establishment or the canteen in her Swiss finishing school.

Cafetière, however, is an entirely different thing.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Unfortunately, I have been medically advised to drink de-caff for the time being

I don't think there as many options with de-caff so ATM, I am kinda drinking what I'm given

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Unfortunately, I have been medically advised to drink de-caff for the time being

I don't think there as many options with de-caff so ATM, I am kinda drinking what I'm given "

We were gifted some surprisingly nice ground decaff a while back. I'll see if I can remember what make it was.

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By *esYesOMGYes!Man
over a year ago

M20

Monsoon Malibar and 96*c water.

Perfect, never bitter.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love coffee I'm not prejudice when it comes to coffee however Columbian beans are lush xxx

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By *ynaMike69Man
over a year ago

Blackpool

"Let's talk coffee. We have a Jura bean to cup machine and while it was ridiculously expensive it has paid for itself in caffeine-based happiness.

What are your favourite coffees?

Blends or single origin?

Are you a coffee snob?

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Which Jura do you have? Believe it or not depending on the model will depend on my advice

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

"Toe beans"

That smell like biscuits.

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

"Unfortunately, I have been medically advised to drink de-caff for the time being

I don't think there as many options with de-caff so ATM, I am kinda drinking what I'm given

We were gifted some surprisingly nice ground decaff a while back. I'll see if I can remember what make it was.

If you can, look for stuff that says ‘Swiss Water Process’. It’s a better method of removing the caffeine from the beans - leaves more flavour in.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Let's talk coffee. We have a Jura bean to cup machine and while it was ridiculously expensive it has paid for itself in caffeine-based happiness.

What are your favourite coffees?

Blends or single origin?

Are you a coffee snob?

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Which Jura do you have? Believe it or not depending on the model will depend on my advice

It's an Impressa F90

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By *ensuallover1000Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

I love all the coffees

Well…..not all then - some of the shop own ones taste a bit odd but I’ll still drink them anyway

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Unfortunately, I have been medically advised to drink de-caff for the time being

I don't think there as many options with de-caff so ATM, I am kinda drinking what I'm given

We were gifted some surprisingly nice ground decaff a while back. I'll see if I can remember what make it was.

If you can, look for stuff that says ‘Swiss Water Process’. It’s a better method of removing the caffeine from the beans - leaves more flavour in."

I've had some that are indistinguishable from high end third wave that are processed this way.

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By *avinaTVTV/TS
over a year ago

Transsexual Transylvania

This is a Taskmaster opening task, isn't it?

"Well, Greg, this week, they've been asked to bring in... the best beans! That's right, they have to bring in the best beans, as judged by you. And at the end of the show, the winner will take home five sets of the best beans, and will be able to say that they're not has-beans!

Has... beans... it's a little play on the word beans. I thought it would be quite funny..."

[Greg just shakes his head and ignores Alex]

"Right, let's kick off with you, J, I imagine you've brought in something pretty special..."

[Show continues...]

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By *avinaTVTV/TS
over a year ago

Transsexual Transylvania

* prize task, not opening task, lol.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"This is a Taskmaster opening task, isn't it?

Has... beans... it's a little play on the word beans. I thought it would be quite funny..."

[Greg just shakes his head and ignores Alex]

"Right, let's kick off with you, J, I imagine you've brought in something pretty special..."

[Show continues...]"

It wasn't but now I wish it was. We need this thread

I will have a think of my best beans!

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"This is a Taskmaster opening task, isn't it?

Has... beans... it's a little play on the word beans. I thought it would be quite funny..."

[Greg just shakes his head and ignores Alex]

"Right, let's kick off with you, J, I imagine you've brought in something pretty special..."

[Show continues...]

It wasn't but now I wish it was. We need this thread

I will have a think of my best beans!

So Greg, I was 'jumping' with excitement at getting on 'broad' with this task. So do me a 'fava' and take a look at this... *reveals incredibly artistic portrait of Greg made from beans*

Obvs gets 1 point

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By *avinaTVTV/TS
over a year ago

Transsexual Transylvania

"Well, it's very artistic and all that, but I can see that you've based your masterpiece if beans on that awful picture that Rhod Gilbert kept insisting on showing when he was on the show. It's too soon! Still, it's a fairly strong opener. Let's see what everyone else has brought in..."

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I did once watch a regional barista competition

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over a year ago

"This is a Taskmaster opening task, isn't it?

Has... beans... it's a little play on the word beans. I thought it would be quite funny..."

[Greg just shakes his head and ignores Alex]

"Right, let's kick off with you, J, I imagine you've brought in something pretty special..."

[Show continues...]

It wasn't but now I wish it was. We need this thread

I will have a think of my best beans!

So Greg, I was 'jumping' with excitement at getting on 'broad' with this task. So do me a 'fava' and take a look at this... *reveals incredibly artistic portrait of Greg made from beans*

Obvs gets 1 point

Let's dig into the narrative here. What makes those the best beans?

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By *rtic explorerMan
over a year ago

ring road bristol

Freshly roasted and ground. Plenty of roasters around bristol to get supplies from.

The chain/brand stuff is boring, get freshly dealt with beans and sure you might only get a few cups that taste the same, but they will get the most from the harvest

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By *ynaMike69Man
over a year ago

Blackpool

"Let's talk coffee. We have a Jura bean to cup machine and while it was ridiculously expensive it has paid for itself in caffeine-based happiness.

What are your favourite coffees?

Blends or single origin?

Are you a coffee snob?

Do you add stuff or are you a purist?

Which Jura do you have? Believe it or not depending on the model will depend on my advice

It's an Impressa F90

Ahhh I used to sell a lot of these, top tip - descale twice as often as the manual says, keep your grind heads free of the natural oils produced and the grind should be circa 30g throw.

If you're near Colne (where Jura are based) just after boundary mills is a little company called Stafco, they do some amazing coffee which is perfect for the F/C90 models....

Hope this helps...

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"Which Jura do you have? Believe it or not depending on the model will depend on my advice

It's an Impressa F90

Ahhh I used to sell a lot of these, top tip - descale twice as often as the manual says, keep your grind heads free of the natural oils produced and the grind should be circa 30g throw.

If you're near Colne (where Jura are based) just after boundary mills is a little company called Stafco, they do some amazing coffee which is perfect for the F/C90 models....

Hope this helps..."

Thanks Mike, would you still recommend that descale timetable in a very soft water area? We always descale when it reminds us.

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over a year ago

"I have a roast and post subscription, I enjoy the variety I get.

I've always been worried about being beholden to one coffee company as I get bored easily and want to try different one haha. What's the best one you've had from yours?

Thank you! I'll definitely check these out as the coffee scene in Derby is dire! Luckily I work in Notts though where I can get coffee beans from a few local shops

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By *imi_RougeWoman
over a year ago

Portsmouth

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

Surely Joe Beans is the ultimate milf frother... I'd grind on him any day.

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By *ulieAndBeef OP Couple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

"This is a Taskmaster opening task, isn't it?

Has... beans... it's a little play on the word beans. I thought it would be quite funny..."

[Greg just shakes his head and ignores Alex]

"Right, let's kick off with you, J, I imagine you've brought in something pretty special..."

[Show continues...]

It wasn't but now I wish it was. We need this thread

I will have a think of my best beans!

So Greg, I was 'jumping' with excitement at getting on 'broad' with this task. So do me a 'fava' and take a look at this... *reveals incredibly artistic portrait of Greg made from beans*

Obvs gets 1 point

Let's dig into the narrative here. What makes those the best beans?

While the beans themselves may seem a little boring they have been arranged into a picture of true magnificence. *shameless flattery* And if you hold onto that one very tightly a giant stalk will grow...

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By *irtydevil666Man
over a year ago

bristol

I couldn't give a fig as I don't drink the stuff.....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I don't like coffee but I love cocoa beans.

My velvetiser is awesome . Vanilla white chocolate with coconut milk.

We were given a nespresso milk frother which works just like a velvetiser. I

hot chocolate.

Also glad I previewed this post. A milf frother is a very different thing

Surely Joe Beans is the ultimate milf frother... I'd grind on him any day.

Oooft! You absolutely tease

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"While the beans themselves may seem a little boring they have been arranged into a picture of true magnificence. *shameless flattery* And if you hold onto that one very tightly a giant stalk will grow...

Duly noted, and under normal circumstances would be enough to get 5 points...

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By *ynaMike69Man
over a year ago

Blackpool

"Which Jura do you have? Believe it or not depending on the model will depend on my advice

It's an Impressa F90

Ahhh I used to sell a lot of these, top tip - descale twice as often as the manual says, keep your grind heads free of the natural oils produced and the grind should be circa 30g throw.

If you're near Colne (where Jura are based) just after boundary mills is a little company called Stafco, they do some amazing coffee which is perfect for the F/C90 models....

Hope this helps...

Thanks Mike, would you still recommend that descale timetable in a very soft water area? We always descale when it reminds us.

Im in between preston/blackpool and lancaster, the water is good but find the juras scale quicker than machines like the expobar, wmf and cimbali even in a domestic setting where usage is generally less.... x

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